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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the air supply line to the air spring. Ensure the air supply line is fully seated.
    Fig 1: Installing Air Supply Line To Air Spring
    G01597508Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Ensure that the air spring is fully seated and properly positioned on the axle pilot. Failure to properly position the air spring may cause the air spring to break apart, possibly resulting In personal injury or damage to the vehicle.
  2. Install the air spring (2) to the frame by aligning the mounting tabs (3) with the keyhole slots (1) in the upper spring seat.
  3. Apply upward pressure to the air spring (2) and rotate clockwise until the anti-rotation peg snaps into place.
  4. Pressurize the air suspension system. Refer to AIR SUSPENSION DEPRESSURIZATION PROCEDURE   . 
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Install the air suspension system fuse.
    Fig 2: Installing Air Spring To Vehicle
    G01597509Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Start the vehicle and run for approximately 1 minute to ensure that the air suspension system is functioning properly.
  8. Inspect the D height. Refer to Trim Height Inspection Procedure   in Suspension General Diagnosis.